In our role as a leading organizational consultancy, Korn Ferry continues to pursue our purpose of helping people and organizations exceed their potential. This page highlights Korn Ferry’s many Corporate Responsibility initiatives, activities, and accomplishments.
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We make various claims on this website and/or in the documents provided thereon that relate to our environmental initiatives and greenhouse gas emissions. Such claims can be identified by references to emission and carbon reductions or initiatives and similar environmental goals. Information in support of these statements is available in our most recent reporting.
Korn Ferry's Impact
Our Corporate Responsibility activities focused in three areas —environmental sustainability, people and community, and business practices. We embed inclusion into these activities and our culture — and how we embed inclusion into these activities as well as our culture to foster a workplace where all can thrive.
“2024 presented a dynamic and challenging economic environment, and the Company has continued to evolve, including further investment in the Interim business. As Board Chair, I work with my fellow directors to oversee corporate strategy and support the Company’s navigation of the changing business environment.”
Jerry Leamon, Chair of the Board of Directors and the Compensation and Personnel Committee
Our
People
We focus on making Korn Ferry a firm that energizes, develops, rewards, and empowers people to thrive and help our clients and our business succeed. It is a priority for us to foster a supportive, respectful culture of inclusion where everyone feels their input is valuable, can do their best work, and can exceed their potential. Our approach to talent acquisition, development, recognition, engagement, and benefits is designed to support this culture.
Our
Environmental
Sustainability
Focus
Korn Ferry is committed to environmental sustainability. We seek to maximize value for clients and investors while contributing to a more sustainable future.
We aim to contribute to environmental sustainability in these ways:
- Enhancing the measurement and disclosure of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- Reducing GHG emissions.
- Engaging with our colleagues, clients, suppliers, investors, and other stakeholders to share and collaborate on initiatives and contribute to a culture of environmental sustainability, both internally and externally
Our
Community
It’s not just about our people — it’s about all people. We are committed to making a difference in our communities and the world. We proudly contribute financially to organizations and causes that we believe will positively impact the greater good. We believe that donating our time, talent, and resources is also as important. Our offices and colleagues worldwide take part in community service through a variety of organizations and programs.
Our
Business
Practices
As a global corporation, our commitment to act ethically begins with each of us. This approach is embedded in our core values of Inclusion, Honesty, Knowledge, and Performance, and guides how we work together and with others. We strive to be a leader in corporate governance; report results with accuracy and transparency; conduct ourselves in a legal, ethical, and trustworthy manner; comply with both the letter and spirit of our business policies and the law; and protect the information provided to us.
Who We Are and Our Values
At Korn Ferry, our responsibility as a global corporation is central to our vision. Our commitment to acting ethically begins with each of us and is embedded in our core values, which are designed to guide the way we work together and with others. We believe that genuinely connecting with others can only be done by removing the “professional” façade. Being true. Being you. Being honest. Always.
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Inclusion
We embrace people with different points of view, from all backgrounds. And we think and work as one team.
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Honesty
We say what we mean and do what we say. We hold ourselves to the highest standards. And we make it safe for people to speak out when they see something wrong.
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Knowledge
We are insatiably curious, always learning new things. And we actively help our colleagues grow and develop with mentoring and support.
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Performance
We never settle for the status quo. We always strive to be better today than we were yesterday and do our best for our clients, colleagues, and shareholders.
Awards & Recognitions
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Gold HIRE Vets Medallion
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ISO Certifications for Information Security and Data Privacy Practices
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100 Best Companies for Parents
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Top Companies for Executive Women
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Equality 100 Award
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Gold EcoVadis Sustainability Rating
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Platinum Marcom Awards for 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
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CDP Management Level Rating
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Top 2% Sustainalytics' ESG Risk Rating
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Gold Hermes Creative Awards for 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report
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America’s Climate Leaders 2025 by USA Today
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Best Proxy Statement (Mid-Cap) Corporate Governance Awards 2025
Our Policies and Statements
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Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
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Corporate Responsibility Policy
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Human Rights Statement
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Environmental Sustainability Policy
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Code of Business Conduct and Ethics for Contractors and Vendors
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Modern Slavery Act Policy Statement 2022 (UK)
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Modern Slavery Statement 2022 (Australia)
